Part I – Autographs, Prints, Photos, etc.

The wonderful Italian violinist (1873-1950), was a student of Cesar
Thomson. He was the first violinist of the Flonzaley Quartet from 1903 until it
disbanded in 1929. He is shown in a 1/2 length portrait, seated, holding a
book. Inscribed to J. C. Freeman and signed "Adolfo Betti" followed by the
date. (10 x 8 inches, minor mounting traces on verso) A
wonderful photo of this very important violinist.

$250.00

BETTI, Adolfo. Autograph Letter Signed.

The wonderful Italian violinist (1873-1950),
was a student of Cesar Thomson. He was the first violinist of the Flonzaley
Quartet from 1903 until it disbanded in 1929. He has written to Dr. Keffer a
letter about an appointment and about sending a package, and signed "Adolfo
Betti." (7 1/4 x 10 1/2 inches, folds) $150.00Sold!

A wonderful photo of the great cellist,
shown seated, playing the cello. Inscribed and signed along the bottom of the
photo "Pablo Casals." (5 3/4 x 8 1/4 inches, several small creases, sl.
trimmed, doesnŐt lie flat, but that wonŐt affect anything if it is matted
and/or framed) Signed photos of Casals with his cello are very scarce. $650.00Sold!

The great violinist has written 12 bars of a
"Canone a 2" for violin on 2 staves. Inscribed and signed "Ferdinand David",
with the place and date, on an album leaf with decorated borders. (8
3/4 x 4 1/4 in., the "David" in the signature is scrawled into the border) $400.00Sold!

The great Bohemian violinist (1868-1944), was a student of
Hellmesberger, Jr. On an album leaf, he has written three bars of his famous
"Serenade", and signed "Franz Drdla". (7 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches) $250.00Sold!

The great Moravian violinist (1814-1865),
also a brilliant violist who played BerliozŐs Harold in Italy under the
composerŐs direction in 1842, was acknowledged as the greatest violin virtuoso
of his time after Paganini had died. On a cut page, the virtuoso has drawn a
staff and written 4 bars of music. Boldly signed "HW Ernst". Ernst quotes are
extremely scarce. (8 1/4x 3 3/8 inches, some minor wear) $750.00

The wonderful English violinist (1891-1959),
sister of the cellist Beatrice Harrison, was a student at the Royal College of
Music in London. She studied with Arbos, Rivarde and Auer. At age 18, she took
KreislerŐs place at a Mendelssohn Festival at Helsingfors, and in 1909 appeared
with the Berlin Philharmonic. On a card, she has written out the first two bars of the solo part to the Brahms concerto, which she has identified. It is matted with a portrait of her playing the violin, and framed. (the card is 3 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, the portrait is 5 1/4 x 5 1/4 inches, framed to 8 x 10 inches) Very scarce.. $450.00

A famous photo of Heifetz sitting at the
piano, violin scroll showing on the piano, looking at a piece of music.
Inscribed and signed "J Heifetz" followed by the date. (7 ½x 10 inches, bottom and top right
corners cracked, could be matted out, signed partially in the dark part of the
photo, but very nice) $700.00Sold!

The violinist is shown in his private studio
with his wife, enjoying a Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. Wonderful! (10 3/8 x
13 ¾ inches, some minor wear along edges) $55.00Sold!

HINDEMITH, Paul. Printed Music Signed. 1956.

The great German-born American composer
(1895-1963) began his musical studies on the violin. He was concertmaster of
the Frankfurt Opera Orchestra, and played viola in the Amar String Quartet for
7 years. He was one of the leading masters of 20th-century music. The two sonatas for violin solo, Op. 31, Nos. 1 and 2, have each been boldly signed on the title page “Paul Hindemith”, followed by the place and date. $350.00Sold!

The celebrated Hungarian violinist (1858-1937), was a student of
Joachim and Vieuxtemps. His pupils included Vecsey, Szigeti, Telmanyi and Eddy
Brown. He has signed "J. Hubay" in pencil, upside down, along side the
portrait.(9 1/4 x 12 1/2
inches, folds, worn) Hubay autographs are quite scarce. $125.00Sold!

A wonderful head and shoulders portrait of
the great Polish violinist (1882-1947), who made his debut at age 7.

(6 x 8 inches) $75.00Sold!

JAPHA, George. Autograph Musical Quotation
Signed. 1867.

The German violinist (1835-1892) was a
student of Ferdinand David and Dreyschock in Leipzig, and Edmond Singer and
Alard. He taught at the Cologne Conservatory and was the leader of the quartet
there. He has written on a half-sheet of manuscript paper, 8 double bars of
music titled Allegretto. Inscribed "George Japha" with the place and date. Scarce. (10 1/4 x 5 inches) $275.00Sold!

A wonderful print of the great violinist
shown head and shoulders holding his violin and bow. (11 1/4 x 15 3/4
in., sl. creasing) $75.00

KREISLER, Fritz. Typed Letter Signed. 1919.

The great Austrian-born American violinist
writes in this letter addressed to the Vice-President of the Columbia Trust
Co., New York, he explains that "the drawing out of my balance" did not mean he
was closing his account. He continues, "... I am just now deeply involved in
charity work for my country, Austria, which involves a heavy strain on all my
resources..." . He has signed "Fritz Kreisler." Although this letter does not
have a musical content, it is interesting to see his devotion to his country in
the aftermath of World War I. Kreisler letters are quite scarce. (8 1/4
x 11 inches, folds, punch holes not affecting text, folds sl. splitting) $275.00Sold!

A copy of Kreisler’s own Caprice Viennois, arranged for piano solo, has been boldly signed “Fritz Kreisler” across the front cover of the music, followed by the year. With a large inscription. (9 1/8 x 12 inches) $175.00Sold!

LAUB, Ferdinand.
AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1861.

The eminent Czech violinist (1832-1875),
made his first public appearance at age 6, toured Austria and Germany from
1846, and was Konzertmeister in Weimar from 1853-55. He became professor at the
Moscow Conservatory in 1866. He writes to a dear friend that he will be coming
to Krefeld and to prepare Mr. von Beckerrath for his concert. HeŐs looking
forward to coming to Krefeld and will also play in Cologne and Belgium. Boldly
signed "Ferdinand Laub".Laub autographs are very scarce. (5
1/2 x 8 3/4 inches, folds) $325.00Sold!

LÉONARD, Hubert. Autograph Letter Signed. 1866.

The great Belgian violinist (1819-1890), was
a student of Rouma, Prume and Habeneck. He succeeded De Beriot as professor at
the Brussels Conservatory. He has writen a letter to a friend, asking for
information about a mystery person. He has signed "H. Léonard". Léonard autographs are quite scarce. (I page, 5 ½ x 8 ½ inches,
folds, matted and framed to 7 ¾ x 10 ½ inches) $150.00Sold!

The celebrated American
violinist (1916-1999) was a student of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a
sensational career as a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was
11 years old. A wonderful 3/4 length portrait of the violinist, standing,
holding the violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin" followed by
the date. (8 x 10 inches) A stunning signed photo of the
great American violinist at the age of 16.$850.00

The
celebrated American violinist (1916-1999) was a student of Louis Persinger and
Enesco. He had a sensational career as a young child, playing the Beethoven
concerto when he was 11 years old. A beautiful head and shoulders portrait of
the violinist, holding the violin. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi Menuhin." (8
x 10 inches, it appears as if he wrote over the inscription and signature a 2nd
time with a different pen) $250.00

The celebrated American violinist (1916-1999)
was a student of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational career as a
young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years old. A
wonderful head and shoulders portrait of the violinist, with a two bar musical
quotation from the Beethoven concerto. Inscribed and signed "Yehudi
Menuhin" followed by the date. He has also written out a short poem of
Keats. (8
x 10 inches) Menuhin musical quotations
are quite uncommon.$550.00

The celebrated American violinist
(1916-1999) was a student of Louis Persinger and Enesco. He had a sensational
career as a young child, playing the Beethoven concerto when he was 11 years
old. A letter written to the widow of Paul Kochanski,"Forgive my intruding in
this most difficult moment of your life. Our loss is irreparable and
inconsolable-what yours must be is beyond human conception. Yet a life mate of
so fine a man could not fall short of his standard, and I pray, that you many
find the necessary strength and courage to continue fostering your husbandŐs
and our friendŐs ideals." Signed "Your friend, Yehudi Menuhin."(7 x 10
1/2 inches, folds, sl. chipped along top edge) An incredible letter from the 18
year old violinist. $650.00

MENUHIN, Yehudi. Signed Advertising Portrait.

A very
nice head and shoulders portrait of the violinist holding his violin in front
of him, signed below the photo "Yehudi Menuhin." (3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, small
mark on image) $125.00

MENUHIN, Yehudi. Unsigned Photo.

A wonderful photo of the great violinist
shown holding his violin and bow, talking to his sisters (?). (8 x 10
inches, minor wear) $85.00

The great Russian-American violinist (1904-1992), was a student of
Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and Piatigorsky in sonatas and
trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished careers of any violinist,
and is considered by many to be in a class with Heifetz. A wonderful pose, he
is shown seated, with his chin resting on his hand, his violin under his arm,
bow in hand. Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein." Not dated, but probably from
the 1940Ős or 50Ős. (8 1/4 x 10 inches) $750.00Sold!

The great Russian-American violinist
(1904-1992), was a student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and
Piatigorsky in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a class with
Heifetz. He is shown in a head and shoulders portrati. Inscribed and signed "N.
Milstein" followed by the date. (8 x 10 inches, some minor wear and
creases) $650.00

The great Russian-American violinist
(1904-1992), was a student of Stoliarsky and Auer. He played with Horowitz and
Piatigorsky in sonatas and trios. He had one of the longest, most distinguished
careers of any violinist, and is considered by many to be in a class with
Heifetz. An interesting head and shoulders portrait, he is shown looking
down. Inscribed and signed "N. Milstein" with the place and date. (8 x 10
inches, image is a bit fuzzy) $600.00

The great Belgian violinist (1854-1929)
studied with Heynberg and Lonard at the Lige Conservatory, taking 1st violin
prize at the age of 13 and the gold medal at 15. He toured Europe from
1874-1882 and went to America in 1883. He opened his own school in New York in
1908. A wonderful photo, mounted on board, inscribed and signed "Ovide Musin" across the photo and the mount, followed by the date. (image is 4 1/2 x
6 1/4 inches, mount is 7 x 9 1/2 inches, edges of mount a bit worn, cut
unevenly, but can easily be trimmed) $350.00

OISTRAKH, David. Typed Letter Signed. 1961.

The great Russian violinist (1908-1974)
writes to Mr. Shaberman, "I was touched by the thoughts which prompted this
gift." He continues, "As always we both enjoy our concerts here, and we are
happy in the thought of being able to give pleaure and joy to the audiences
with our music making." Signed "David Oistrakh". An interesting look at the
thoughts and feelings of this great artist. (7 x 9 inches, folds) $325.00Sold!

The great Russian violinist (1908-1974) writes in Russian to a friend, “we are almost one month in this trip, but soon it’s time to return home... I work a lot, as you work at the hospital. Did you have a vacation?”. Signed “Oistrakh”. With translation. (on a postcard, creased) $200.00

A head and shoulders, hand-colored lithograph of Paganini, with a facsimile signature at the bottom. In a gold-trimed frame. The lithograph has been cut out around the image and mounted on a board. (image is 9 x 10 3/4 inches, frame is 15 x 17 1/4 inches)$250.00Sold!

The wonderful and famous lithograph, showing Paganini playing with a group of musicians who have stopped playing and are watching him in amazement. (7 1/2 x 9 3/8 inches, matted and framed to 11 x 13 1/2 inches)$250.00Sold!

The renowned Italian cellist and teacher
(1822-1901) has written a brief one page letter in English, "I send you two
tickets for a musical reception at the ...Gallery." Signed "Alfred Piatti". (4
1/2 x 7 inches, some wear, folds) $100.00

A wonderful original photo of the great
cellist, shown holding his cello and bow. Photo by W. & D. Downey of
London. The photo is mounted on board for presentation. "Signor Piatti" is
printed underneath the image. (image is 3 5/8 x 5 1/2 inches, board is
7 3/8 x 9 1/2 inches, several minor spots on board) $175.00

The great cellist has drawn a staff, written
5 notes and boldly signed "Gregor Piatigorsky" on part of a page of hotel
stationary.(7 1/4 x 4 1/2
inches, fold, one edge frayed, one edge taped) $125.00Sold!

PRIMROSE,
William. Unsigned Photo. With a press release about the great artist from 1955.
see illustration

(8 x 10 inches, paper clip mark at upper left of photo, left edge of
photo is discolored, not affecting portrait) $75.00

SAINT-SAËNS, Camille. Portrait. A Magazine of
Music Supplement, 1887.

A wonderful head and shoulders portrait,
with a facsimile signature below, of the great French composer. (mounted
to a stiff cardboard, edges of cardboard a bit worn, not affecting portrait) $75.00Sold!

The great American violinist (1888-1953) was a student of Chitiand Buitrago before entering the Bologna Conservatory at the age of 14. He later studied with Lefort. He made his American debut in 1908, and gave the US premiers of the violin concertos of Dohnany, Elgar and Barber. His own works include an orchestra suite, 2 violin concertos, a string quartet, a violin sonata, etc. He has drawn a staff on a card and written two bars of music, and has signed “Albert Spalding” followed by the date.(the card is 5 x 3 inches, matted and framed with a portrait to 15 x 19 inches) $125.00

SPALDING, Albert. Autograph Musical Quotation
Signed.

Spalding has drawn a staff, written the four
open strings of the violin, and boldly signed his name. $100.00Sold!

The great Hungarian-born American violinist
(1892-1973), was a student of Hubay. He made his debut in Berlin at age 13, and
his first appearance in London at age 15. His U.S. debut was in the Beethoven
concerto with Stokowski and the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1925. An elegant
photo of the violinist, shown seated, holding his violin. Inscribed and signed
"Joseph Szigeti." (8 x 10 inches, minor surface creases) $325.00

The
great Polish-born American violinist (born 1906), studied with W. Hess and
Flesch. He founded the Paganini String Quartet in 1946 with which he played for
20 years. A nice photo showing him playing the violin. Inscribed and signed
"Henri Temianka" followed by the date. (10 x 8 inches, quite worn and
chipped, affecting the inscription, thus the low price) $75.00

The great French violinist (1880-1953), was
a student of Marsick at the Paris Conservatoire. He was a member of the
cellebrated trio with Alfred Cortot and Pablo Casals. In 1943 he founded the
renowned Long-Thibaud competition with Marguerite Long. A wonderful photo of
the distinguished violinist, shown 3/4 length holding his violin and bow. (photo
is 6 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches, inscription and signature faint because itŐs written
in dark ink on a dark background) $325.00Sold!

The eminent Belgian violinist (1857-1931)
was a student of Vieuxtemps, Léonard, Wieniawski and Massart. He is shown head
and shoulders in a stunning portrait. Inscribed and signed "Cesar Thomson". (image
is 7 7/8 x 11 1/2 inches, on a photographerŐs mount of 11 1/2 x 15 1/2 inches,
some foxing, creases and minor tears around the edges) $325.00

A fantastic ad, "Should a Gentleman offer a
Tiparillo to a Violinist?" It shows a beautiful, scantily clad woman, holding a
violin, with the hand of a man offering her a Tiparillo. (8 x 11
inches, minor edge wear and creases) $35.00

The esteemed French-American violinsit (1842-1902) was a child prodigy,
entering the Paris Conservatory when she was 7. She was a student of Massart,
who was the teacher of Wieniawski, Sarasate and Kreisler. She made her U. S.
debut in 1852. In 1895 she retired from performing and settled in New York as a
teacher. She has written 2 bars from the Prelude of the Bach E Major Partita
and signed "Yours Truly Camilla Urso", She has identified "J. S. Bach" and
"Preludio." (7 ½ x 5 in., paper a bit browned, edges sl. worn) $250.00Sold!

The famous print of Sarasate, shown with the
big hair and mustache. (10 1/2 x 15 3/4 inches, print by Ape, wear
around edges) These Vanity Fair musicians are selling in London for upwards of $200. $150.00

(VANITY FAIR STRING PLAYERS) Joseph Joachim. The
Last of a Classic School. Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, 1905. see illustration

The famous print by Spy of the older
Joachim, shown seated, playing the violin. (10 1/2 x 15 1/2 in., minor creases around edges)
$100.00

A wonderful salt and pepper shaker set (or possibly 2 salt shakers from
2 different sets, I canŐt really be sure), in the shape of a pair of girls
playing the violin with a beet (or maybe an eggplant) in place of their head.
(about 3 ½ inches high) Very cute and interesting. $45.00